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SUMMARY:Serenade - November 2\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Soprano Abigail Raiford and pianist Noriko Yasuda will perform on November 2nd from 3 – 5 PM co-hosted by Peter & Pam Plumb and Rosemary Harris. Details (including the address) will be sent out after your purchase of tickets. \nTICKETS \nFollow us on Facebook and Instagram (@OperaMaine) to get the most up to date information.
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/serenade-november-2-2025/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Serenades & Concerts
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SUMMARY:Children's Songs & Stories - January 11
DESCRIPTION:CHILDREN’S SONGS & STORIES\nwith Alexander Adams-Leytes \nJanuary 11\, 2026\n2 – 3 PM\nRecommended for ages 6 and up. \nJoin us for our FREE Children’s songs and stories event. Bring your children for this special introduction to opera with singing and storytelling\, “tea bites” (think crustless PB&J\, cookies\, etc.) and fun! (All food provided at this event will be kosher style.) Any dressing up that adds to the fun is encouraged. \nJoin us for the Serenade from 4 – 6 PM. Childcare will be provided by registration. \nTICKETS \nRSVP by January 5\nSnow Date: Monday\, January 12\, 4 – 5 PM
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/childrens-songs-stories/
LOCATION:Maine Jewish Museum\, 267 Congress St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Events,Serenades & Concerts
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SUMMARY:Serenade - January 11
DESCRIPTION:SERENADE \nJanuary 11\, 2026\n4 – 6 PM \nIn partnership with the Maine Jewish Museum\nSponsored by John Edwards \nJoin us for this special serenade at the Maine Jewish Museum (267 Congress Street\, Portland ME) featuring Alexander Adams-Leytes\, bass-baritone\, and Phillip Silver\, pianist. \nKosher style food and drink will be provided. \nTICKETS\n\n\nRSVP by January 5\nSnow Date: Monday\, January 12\, 5 – 7 PM
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/january-11-serenade-childrens-songs-and-stories/
LOCATION:Maine Jewish Museum\, 267 Congress St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Serenades & Concerts
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SUMMARY:Film Series: Werther by Massenet
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we screen Werther by Massenet in Lunt Auditorium!\nOpera Maine is excited to once again partner with OceanView at Falmouth to present a special series of famous opera performances from around the world. Let’s come together as a community to enjoy and discuss opera.\n\n\nStep into the world of French Romanticism with Massenet’s Werther\, captured live from the Opéra National de Paris. Starring the incomparable Jonas Kaufmann in one of his signature roles\, alongside the luminous Sophie Koch\, this production immerses audiences in the profound passion and heartbreak of Goethe’s timeless tale.\n\n\nKaufmann’s golden tenor and Koch’s deeply expressive mezzo-soprano bring searing intensity to Massenet’s lush\, lyrical score\, creating an unforgettable portrait of unrequited love and tragic destiny.\n\n\nA performance celebrated for its artistry and emotional depth\, this Werther is opera at its most moving—an experience to stir the heart and linger long after the curtain falls.\n\n  \nPurchasing this ticket gets you access to our screening of Werther. If you would like access to all Opera Maine Film Series screenings\, you can purchase our Film Series package for a one-time fee of $50. \nPurchase tickets for Werther screening here \nPurchase tickets for the Film Series Package 2025-2026 here
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/film-series-werther-by-massenet/
LOCATION:Lunt Auditorium\, OceanView Falmouth\, 74 Lunt Rd\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Opera Film Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Opera Maine":MAILTO:operamaine@operamaine.org
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SUMMARY:Film Series: The Mikado by Gilbert and Sullivan
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we screen The Mikado by Gilbert and Sullivan in Lunt Auditorium!\nOpera Maine is excited to once again partner with OceanView at Falmouth to present a special series of famous opera performances from around the world. Let’s come together as a community to enjoy and discuss opera.\n\n\nA sparkling satire packed with wit\, melody\, and mischief—Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Mikado remains one of the most beloved works of comic opera. With its topsy-turvy humor\, memorable tunes\, and delightfully absurd characters\, this production captures the timeless charm that has kept audiences laughing (and humming) for more than a century.\nFrom the hilarious antics of Ko-Ko\, the Lord High Executioner\, to the swooning romance of Nanki-Poo and Yum-Yum\, The Mikado offers a joyful escape into a world where nothing is quite as it seems and laughter is guaranteed.\n\n\nPurchasing this ticket gets you access to our screening of The Mikado. If you would like access to all Opera Maine Film Series screenings\, you can purchase our Film Series package for a one-time fee of $50. \nPurchase tickets for The Mikado screening here \nPurchase tickets for the Film Series Package 2025-2026 here
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/film-series-the-mikado-by-gilbert-and-sullivan/
LOCATION:Lunt Auditorium\, OceanView Falmouth\, 74 Lunt Rd\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Opera Film Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Opera Maine":MAILTO:operamaine@operamaine.org
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SUMMARY:Inside Look at Opera Maine's Season - Wells Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Inside Look at Opera Maine’s Season with dramaturg\, Calien Lewis. Learn about the productions\, the music\, and the stories behind these compelling works. Whether you’re a seasoned opera lover or simply curious\, all are welcome!
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/inside-look-at-opera-maines-season-wells-public-library/
LOCATION:Wells Public Library\, 1434 Post Rd\, Wells\, ME\, 04090\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T160000
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SUMMARY:Film Series: Hamlet by Thomas
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we screen Hamlet by Thomas in Lunt Auditorium!\n\nShakespeare’s most famous tragedy takes on new life in Ambroise Thomas’s grand French opera\, presented from Barcelona’s Gran Teatre del Liceu. With its sweeping drama and rich lyricism\, this rarely performed masterpiece offers a powerful fusion of poetry\, passion\, and psychological depth.\nIn this acclaimed production\, Simon Keenlyside delivers a riveting portrayal of the tormented prince\, matched by the brilliant Natalie Dessay as the fragile\, heartbreaking Ophélie—her mad scene a tour de force of vocal fireworks and emotional intensity.\n\nOpera Maine is excited to once again partner with OceanView at Falmouth to present a special series of famous opera performances from around the world. Let’s come together as a community to enjoy and discuss opera. \nPurchasing this ticket gets you access to our screening of Hamlet. If you would like access to all Opera Maine Film Series screenings\, you can purchase our Film Series package for a one-time fee of $50. \nPurchase tickets for Hamlet screening here \nPurchase tickets for the Film Series Package 2025-2026 here
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/film-series-hamlet-by-thomas/
LOCATION:Lunt Auditorium\, OceanView Falmouth\, 74 Lunt Rd\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Opera Film Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Opera Maine":MAILTO:operamaine@operamaine.org
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SUMMARY:Gala
DESCRIPTION:All proceeds support Opera Maine’s 2026 season: Romeo et Juliette by Charles Gounod and Bound by Huang Ruo and Bao-Long Chu. Open bar\, hors d’oeurves\, dinner\, concert\, live auction and more. TICKETS
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/gala/
LOCATION:Ocean Gateway\, 14 Ocean Gateway Pier\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gala
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ORGANIZER;CN="Opera Maine":MAILTO:operamaine@operamaine.org
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UID:7084-1778175000-1778178600@www.operamaine.org
SUMMARY:Inside Look at Opera Maine's Season with Dramaturg Calien Lewis
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the productions\, the music\, and the stories behind these compelling works. Whether you’re a seasoned opera lover or simply curious\, all are welcome!
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/inside-look-at-opera-maines-season-curtis-memorial-library/
LOCATION:Curtis Memorial Library\, 23 Pleasant St\, Brunswick\, ME\, 04011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T130000
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CREATED:20260304T145145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T152227Z
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SUMMARY:Inside Look at Opera Maine's Season with Dramaturg Calien Lewis
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the productions\, the music\, and the stories behind these compelling works. Whether you’re a seasoned opera lover or simply curious\, all are welcome!
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/inside-look-at-opera-maines-season-portland-public-library/
LOCATION:Portland Public Library\, 5 Monument Sq\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010435
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SUMMARY:Film Series: I Capuleti e i Montecchi by Bellini
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we screen I Capuleti e i Montecchi by Bellini in Lunt Auditorium!\n\n\nBellini’s bel canto masterpiece brings the tragic love story of Romeo and Juliet to life with soaring melodies and heart-stopping drama. Captured at the Ravenna Festival in 2001\, this production shines with vocal brilliance and emotional intensity.\n\nStarring Patrizia Ciofi Tagliavini as Giulietta\, Sonia Ganassi Farca as Romeo\, and Riccardo Gardina as Capellio\, the performance showcases the elegance and passion that define Bellini’s music—long\, arching lines of melody and moments of intimate tenderness set against fierce family rivalries.\n\n\nOpera Maine is excited to once again partner with OceanView at Falmouth to present a special series of famous opera performances from around the world. Let’s come together as a community to enjoy and discuss opera. \nPurchase tickets for I Capuleti e i Montecchi screening here
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/film-series-i-capuleti-e-i-montecchi-by-bellini/
LOCATION:Lunt Auditorium\, OceanView Falmouth\, 74 Lunt Rd\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Opera Film Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Opera Maine":MAILTO:operamaine@operamaine.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010435
CREATED:20260422T132717Z
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SUMMARY:Serenade - June 7
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this special Serenade at The Casco’s Sky Lounge featuring baritone Laureano Quant (Mercutio in our upcoming production of Roméo et Juliette) and pianist Noriko Yasuda. \nThe Sky Lounge at The Casco (201 Federal Street Portland\, ME 04101 – 18th floor) features striking views of Casco Bay. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness professional opera in this unique venue.
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/serenade-june-7/
LOCATION:The Casco Sky Lounge\, 201 Federal St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Serenades & Concerts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Opera Maine":MAILTO:operamaine@operamaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010435
CREATED:20260304T145725Z
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SUMMARY:Art with Arias
DESCRIPTION:Baritone Micah Schroeder and pianist Evgenia Truksha will perform a diverse repertoire spanning multiple genres in response to artworks in the PMA collection.
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/art-with-arias-2/
LOCATION:Portland Museum of Art\, 7 Congress Square\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Opera Maine":MAILTO:operamaine@operamaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010435
CREATED:20251107T151648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T152240Z
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SUMMARY:Bound
DESCRIPTION:Presenting Opera Maine’s 2026 Studio Artist Program production: Bound \n\n\nJoin us for Bound on Friday\, June 26 at 7:30 PM and Sunday\, June 28\, 2026 at 2:30 PM​. \nAges 21 and under are free. \nTICKETS \nStay tuned for more details. \nPERFORMED IN:\nEnglish\nSUPERTITLES IN:\nEnglish \nRUNTIME:\n60 MINUTES – OPERA IN ONE ACT
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/bound/
LOCATION:Portland Stage Theater\, 25 Forest Ave\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Studio Artist Program Opera Productions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010435
CREATED:20251107T151846Z
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SUMMARY:Bound
DESCRIPTION:Presenting Opera Maine’s 2026 Studio Artist Program production: Bound \n\n\nJoin us for Bound on Friday\, June 26 at 7:30 PM and Sunday\, June 28\, 2026 at 2:30 PM​. \nAges 21 and under are free. \nTICKETS \nStay tuned for more details. \nPERFORMED IN:\nEnglish\nSUPERTITLES IN:\nEnglish \nRUNTIME:\n60 MINUTES – OPERA IN ONE ACT
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/bound-2/
LOCATION:Portland Stage Theater\, 25 Forest Ave\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Studio Artist Program Opera Productions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010435
CREATED:20251015T135144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T154004Z
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SUMMARY:Roméo et Juliette
DESCRIPTION:Experience the timeless passion of Shakespeare’s most popular love story through the beautiful music of Charles Gounod’s Roméo et Juliette. With soaring melodies and heart-stopping drama\, Opera Maine’s 2026 production of this renowned classic will celebrate the power of young love-and the price of destiny. \nJoin us for Roméo et Juliette on Thursday\, July 23 and Sunday\, July 26\, 2026. \nTICKETS
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/romeo-et-juliette/
LOCATION:Merrill Auditorium\, 20 Myrtle St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Opera Productions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010435
CREATED:20251015T135308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T153922Z
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SUMMARY:Roméo et Juliette
DESCRIPTION:Experience the timeless passion of Shakespeare’s most popular love story through the beautiful music of Charles Gounod’s Roméo et Juliette. With soaring melodies and heart-stopping drama\, Opera Maine’s 2026 production of this renowned classic will celebrate the power of young love-and the price of destiny. \nJoin us for Roméo et Juliette on Thursday\, July 23 and Sunday\, July 26\, 2026. \nTICKETS
URL:https://www.operamaine.org/event/romeo-et-juliette-2/
LOCATION:Merrill Auditorium\, 20 Myrtle St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Opera Productions
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